Smart Nuc - 5 Frame Coreflute Nucleus Box
Smart Nuc 5-Frame Corflute Hive Box
Be prepared for colony splits, swarms and temporary hive housing with theSmart Nuc 5-Frame Corflute Hive Box from Hornsby Beekeeping Supplies.
Made from quality UV-resistant corflute, this lightweight nucleus box arrives flat packed and can be assembled when needed.
Its compact flatpack format makes it particularly convenient to keep in the vehicle, shed or apiary during swarm season without taking up the space of multiple assembled nuc boxes.
Lightweight UV-Resistant Corflute
The Smart Nuc uses quality UV-resistant corflute.
Although lightweight, the material provides a practical temporary nucleus-hive format that is easy to transport, store and clean.
During hot Australian summers, position the nuc out of strong direct sunlight.
Five-Frame Nucleus Box
The box is designed as a 5-frame nuc.
This provides a compact colony space suitable for situations such as temporary housing, colony splits and swarm management.
Flat Packed for Easy Storage
One of the main advantages is its flatpack construction.
When unassembled, several boxes can be stored in relatively little space.
When required, the nuc can be folded into shape within a few minutes once you are familiar with the design.
A QR code on the nuc provides access to assembly instructions.
Variable Ventilation
Plastic vents provide variable ventilation.
This allows airflow to be adjusted according to the colony and prevailing conditions.
Suitable for Overwintering
The Smart Nuc can be used for overwintering when paired with an appropriate internal feeder.
This extends its usefulness beyond short-term swarm housing.
80kg Stackable Capacity
When correctly assembled, the box has an 80kg stackable capacity.
Important Cut-Out Information
Cut-outs are present at the sides and bottom of the nuc.
Do not remove these during normal use.
They are intended to be removed only when joining two compatible nuc boxes together.
Key Features
- 5-frame nuc format
- UV-resistant corflute
- Lightweight construction
- Supplied flat packed
- Variable plastic ventilation
- Easy to clean
- QR-code assembly instructions
- Can be assembled within a few minutes
- Suitable for overwintering with an internal feeder
- 80kg stackable capacity
- Useful during swarm season
Keep a lightweight nuc ready without filling your storage space with assembled boxes. Order the Smart Nuc 5-Frame Corflute Hive Box from Hornsby Beekeeping Supplies today or call 02 9477 5569 for nuc and feeder assistance.
Smart Nuc 5 Frame
By: Linda Francis on 4 October 2022Easy to assemble but did not receive all the parts. Missing the little blue clip to keep the entrance in place.
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Fantastic and easy set up
By: Rob on 2 April 2019Great little NUC, had it set up and ready in minutes
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Hive doctor - Smart Nuc
By: Andrew on 11 October 2018Genius design and product!
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Not a long-term solution, but basic, light, and re
By: Anonymous on 16 May 2018Perhaps it is just me, but 1-2 minutes to assemble seems an exaggeration - took me a fair while longer, but not too difficult. It is simple and light-weight, with a clever design and does hold together fine just folded (although reinforcing with some staples is suggested and I feel almost mandatory for any real-world use).These will not last forever, but it is just coreflute so you get what is described.If you want something heavy duty that will last 'forever' get a proper wood nuc, if you want a relatively inexpensive, easy to transport, and light-weight alternative (great to keep flat in the car in case you need to hold a swarm) then these certainly tick a lot of boxes.
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